Is There a Generic for Synjardy? Not Yet, But Here Are Some Tips on Saving With Synjardy Coupons

For most people, metformin is a first-choice medication for Type 2 diabetes. It’s affordable, effective, and has been around for a long time. But if metformin isn’t working well enough, there are certain situations where you may be prescribed Jardiance (empagliflozin) to take with it.

In this case, a single combination pill — Synjardy (empagliflozin / metformin) — can give you the benefits of both medications. Synjardy XR is an extended-release (ER) alternative. But with generic versions a few years away, you may be looking for ways to make your prescription more affordable.

Synjardy coupons through GoodRx are one option to help you save money. Manufacturer copay cards and patient assistance programs can also offer savings opportunities. Below, we cover five easy ways you can save on Synjardy.

When will generic Synjardy be available?

The FDA has tentatively approved generic versions of Synjardy. However, none are currently on the market. This is because brand-name Synjardy is still under patent protection until at least 2025. So it will likely be several years until generic Synjardy is available.

5 easy ways to get more affordable Synjardy

There are a few ways to bring down the cost of Synjardy or Synjardy XR. Here are some options you may want to consider.

1. Use your insurance or request an appeal through your healthcare provider

Synjardy is covered by about 90% of Medicare prescription drug plans. Thousands of non-Medicare insurance plans cover Synjardy as well, though some may require prior approval.

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To find out if your insurance plan covers Synjardy or Synjardy XR, you can call your health plan’s customer service phone number and ask. Be prepared to tell the customer service representative the specific Synjardy dosage your healthcare provider is recommending.

Another option is to look on your insurance company’s website for its drug formulary — the list of medications your health plan covers. This should let you know if Synjardy is covered. You may also be able to get an idea of how much you’ll need to pay.

If your plan doesn’t cover Synjardy, your healthcare provider may be able to help you submit an appeal to the insurance company.

2. Lower your insurance copay with a manufacturer copay card

Although Synjardy is covered by many insurance plans, you still may be faced with a high copayment. In this case, you could pay as little as $10 with a manufacturer copay card. You can easily check your eligibility and enroll in the program on the GoodRx site.

3. Tap into a patient assistance program 

The manufacturer offers Synjardy and Synjardy XR free of charge to people who are uninsured or underinsured through its BI Cares Patient Assistance Program. You must meet eligibility requirements to take advantage of this program. Your healthcare provider can help you apply.

4. Use a GoodRx coupon

By using a GoodRx coupon at your pharmacy, you can potentially save up to 19% off Synjardy’s average retail price. At certain pharmacies, the price of Synjardy is as low as $[synjardy low cost drug] with a GoodRx discount. The price of Synjardy XR is as low as $[synjardy-xr low price drug].

You can search for a Synjardy coupon using the GoodRx smartphone app or the GoodRx website. Don’t forget to select the correct Synjardy dosage and quantity your healthcare provider prescribed.

When you’re ready to pay for Synjardy at the pharmacy, tell your pharmacist you’d like to pay cash using a GoodRx coupon. You can download your coupon digitally using the GoodRx mobile app or a browser on your smartphone. You can also print out a coupon to take with you.

5. Ask your healthcare provider about alternatives

If you’re having difficulty affording Synjardy, you can talk to your healthcare provider about alternatives. The options available to you will often depend on why you were prescribed Synjardy. This is because the empagliflozin component has additional benefits if you have diabetes and heart disease or heart failure.

There are several other medications similar to empagliflozin that come in combination pills with metformin. Two examples include Xigduo XR (dapagliflozin / metformin) and Invokamet or Invokamet XR (canagliflozin / metformin).

And if it’s preferred by your insurance, you may be able to save money by taking empagliflozin (as Jardiance) and metformin separately. Your healthcare provider can help you find an option that’s best for you.

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Written by:

Alyssa Billingsley, PharmD

Alyssa Billingsley, PharmD, is the director of pharmacy content for GoodRx. She has over a decade of experience as a pharmacist and has worked in clinical, academic, and administrative roles.

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Christina Aungst, PharmD

Christina Aungst, PharmD, is a pharmacy editor for GoodRx. She began writing for GoodRx Health in 2019, transitioning from freelance writer to editor in 2021.

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